{
  "id": 19464947,
  "title": "VIDEO: How Kobe, LeBron, Giannis sought my guidance — Hakeem Olajuwon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/video-how-kobe-lebron-giannis-sought-my-guidance-hakeem-olajuwon-19464947",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T07:52:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/video-how-kobe-lebron-giannis-sought-my-guidance-hakeem-olajuwon/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Houston Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon, 63, disclosed in a CNN interview how NBA superstars Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama, and Giannis Antetokounmpo approached him for guidance to enhance their basketball abilities. Olajuwon, who did not initially intend to mentor, was contacted by the players. Kobe Bryant initiated the relationship, and Olajuwon recounted being surprised by Bryant's request for his mentorship, as he believed Bryant already possessed all the necessary skills. Despite this, Bryant insisted on learning Olajuwon's moves. Olajuwon then discussed his sessions with Wembanyama, focusing on maximizing his height and technical abilities, and with Antetokounmpo, emphasizing improving his finishing skills and creating scoring opportunities. The former NBA star's work with these notable players extended beyond basic techniques, aiming to help them identify and exploit scoring opportunities. Olajuwon, a five-time NBA champion, two-time Finals MVP, and 12-time All-Star, played 18 seasons with the Rockets and spent his final season with the Raptors.",
  "summary": "Nigerian basketball legend Hakeem Olajuwon has revealed how NBA superstars, including the late Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo, approached him for guidance to improve their basketball skills. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-how-kobe-lebron-giannis-sought-my-guidance-hakeem-olajuwon/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}